Vacation rentals in Icard

Cozy Koi Cottage

Centrally located in the foothills of the Blueridge Mountains and easy drives to Asheville 90 minutes, Charlotte 75 minutes, Blowing Rock 40 minutes, 65 minutes to Grandfather Mountain State Park and 80 minutes to Sugar Mountain ski resort. There are numerous hiking trails and waterfalls. Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain offer skiing in the winter and mountain biking in the summer. There is exceptional mountain biking as close as 8 miles from the house. Zip lines and other attractions near by.

Japanese Soaking Tub. 2-sided Fireplace. MTN Views

Perched on a hill above the N. Toe River at the end of the road you’ll find Dougs Way, a modern cabin with huge picture windows that frame long range mountain views as if it were art. Surrounded by old oaks and loblolly pines, the property is quiet and never cookie cutter. You’ll love the Japanese soaking tub, two-sided fireplace, gourmet kitchen, robust coffee/tea setup, and the true craftsmanship found in the artwork and handmade details like the bent cherrywood “cloud” above the dining table!

The Cottage at Pine Ridge

Relax with the family at this completely updated cottage built in the 1940s. Featuring two bedrooms with plenty of comfy relaxing area. Enjoy the backyard with a hot tub (inflatable), and night lighting. Grill on the charcoal or relax at the fire pit. Just in earshot of the apple orchard where you can satisfy your taste buds with a crisp fresh apple, apple cider slushy, or fried apple pie. Although rural this home is only 4 miles from interstate 40! Approx an hour from Asheville and Charlotte.

Quiet Studio Apartment, Private 1 BR on our Farm

Welcome to our quiet & cozy studio apartment located in our basement. You have your own driveway, entrance, and a private space that locks separately so you can relax. The studio is about 800 square feet, giving you plenty of room during your stay. Our location is close to Hickory, Morganton, with easy drives to Lake James, Table Rock, Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone, and Charlotte. The best part is the peaceful setting on our 70-acre farm where you’re free to explore and enjoy the countryside.

Woodsy cottage next to Lake James

Outdoor enthusiast retreat, mountain biking and hiking heaven! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful, brand new adorable cottage nestled in the woods right next to the Fonta Flora trail. Jump onto the trail for hiking or biking winding around scenic Lake James for 30+ miles of beauty or walk 1 mile to the county beach for some splashing and sun bathing. Enjoy the evenings on the patio or around the fire pit, BBQ & picnic table. 5 mins away from Mimosa landing for boat launch.

Modern storybook treehouse with hot tub

Nestle into your own corner of our 8 acres. Kick back in a forest setting while leaving the rest behind. Wander the nature path. Sit on the screened in porch or by the crackling firepit, take a shower outdoors or soak in the roomy spa. Rural foothills living in Western NC, convenient to Hickory, Morganton, Valdese & Lenoir. Great parks & lakes to explore. (Boat launch is 4 miles away). Check out a local winery/brewery. The Blue Ridge parkway is a short drive & absolutely breathtaking.

Peaceful, Cozy & Convenient

Conveniently located in the heart of Valdese. Your family will enjoy a peaceful and cozy stay while being close to restaurants, parks, hiking, family activities, breweries, and wineries. 2.2 miles to Mcgalliard Falls, 0.6 miles to Old Rock School Railroad Museum. Just minutes from Hickory and Morganton. Downtown Valdese is steps away. The Valdese Recreation Center is a 2 minutes walk- a year round swimming pool! Across from the Rec center is Valdese Splash pad for the kids

Downtown Morganton. Great central location.

Experience the renaissance happening in Downtown Morganton in the luxury apartment close to everything. New one bedroom, one bath, open living area with sofa, full kitchen with dishwasher, washer/dryer, and lots of windows. Unit features high speed wifi and two 65 inch 4k chromecast enabled TV's. Ideal for client/prospect visits, corporate employee here on a special project, weekend getaway just to experience Downtown, and more. Morganton is central to most popular areas.

The Little Blue House in Hickory

Hello! We are Joyce and Meng, hence our business name being ‘Joy & Ko’. This sweet, cozy, little blue house may look tiny on the outside but feels big and open as soon as you walk in. Our home is located in the heart of Hickory. It's close to downtown, upscale and fast-food restaurants, theaters, museums, shopping centers, and more. The little blue house is the perfect home for you and your family to relax and enjoy what the sweet city of Hickory has to offer.

Picturesque Cottage on a Beautiful Farm

The cottage at Henry River Farm is your perfect restful retreat. Nestled between the South Mountains and the Henry River, the peaceful cottage makes for a tranquil getaway. The studio cottage is equipped with all the amenities including a queen bed, kitchen, full bathroom, lovely little dining table, A/C, and TV (streaming services available) Take it easy and relax on the spacious patio while you take in the South Mountain hills. Come enjoy the simple farm life.

The Casa@Halcyon Hills: beautiful pasture+ Hot Tub

Welcome to The Casa at Halcyon Hills! Relax, explore, or reconnect in and with nature at this 8.5 acre property with rolling pastures and a beautiful barn. Set in the NC Blue Ridge foothills, with easy access to nearby trails, fun family activities, breweries, & wineries. Our 2-story loft-style home with vaulted ceilings, large master suite, & wrap-around porch is perfect for groups of 1-6 and family-friendly!

Hickory Hideaway

Beautiful duplex located in a quiet cul-de-sac on a charming wooded lot. Child friendly area to explore and enjoy the Foothills of North Carolina. Situated in a quiet neighborhood convenient to shopping, the Hickory Furniture Mart, Hickory Metro Convention Center, Lenoir-Rhyne University, Hickory Crawdads stadium, the Airport and downtown. Self check in with keypad access